--- title: Blog | APP | u-bolt description: u-bolt | The APP blog provides the latest news on pipe supports and their applications. Updated regularly. --- ![quick-quote](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/quick-quote.png) #### Hi, there! Need a quick quote or have a pipe support question? Next → ![quick-quote](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/quick-quote.png) Complete this form and an APP representative will be in touch with your quote. - **Proud US distributor of [TIFLEX TICO Products](https://www.appmfg.com/products/accessories/tico-clip-strips)  |**  [CONTACT US](https://www.appmfg.com/contact) - [(713) 956-2922](tel:7139562922) [![appMFG_logo_gradient_2_rgb-small](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/appMFG_logo_gradient_2_rgb-small.png)](https://www.appmfg.com/) [![WBENC_Logo](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/WBENC_Logo.png)](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/u-bolt#logo-popup) [![WOSB-2025-2026](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/WOSB-2020-2021.jpg)](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/WOSB%202025-2026.pdf) ![HBJLT_Email_Signature](https://www.appmfg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HBJ%20Leadership%20Trust/HBJLT_Email_Signature.png?width=900&name=HBJLT_Email_Signature.png "HBJLT_Email_Signature") ## [A Glossary of Pipe Support Manufacturing Terms](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/a-glossary-of-pipe-support-terms) - ** [Zack](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/zack) - ** Oct 12, 2023 - **[Composites](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/composites), **[Pipe Supports](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/pipe-supports), **[Metal Fabrication](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/metal-fabrication), **[Now You Know](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/now-you-know), **[u-bolt](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/u-bolt), **[Pipe Restraints](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/pipe-restraints) Many terms in the pipe support industry tend to get used interchangeably, so we're here to set the record straight! ## [U-Bolts Acting as Anchors and Guides](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/u-bolts-acting-as-anchors-and-guides) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Dec 09, 2020 - **[u-bolt](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/u-bolt) Think U-bolts are simple pipe supports? You may be missing out on their most valuable functions. What many piping professionals don’t realize is U-bolts can work as both guides and anchors.  ## [Standard U-Bolts vs. ProTek U-Bolts](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/standard-u-bolts-vs-protek-u-bolts) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Jul 25, 2019 - **[u-bolt](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/u-bolt) You’re ready to start your next project, and you need a simple, but efficient, pipe restraint. You’re in the right place. U-bolts help keep piping in line and corrosion free. However, you still have an important decision ahead—do you go with a [...](https://www.appmfg.com/www.appmfg.com/products/pipe-restraints/standard-u-bolts) ## [U-Bolt 101: The Simple Facts](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/u-bolt-101-the-simple-facts) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Jul 22, 2019 - **[u-bolt](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/u-bolt) U-bolts may seem simple. After all, they’re just a bent piece of steel, right? Don’t let their simplicity fool you, U-bolts can be the difference between solid structures and on-site disasters. ## [4 Things to Keep in Mind When Installing Your U-Bolt](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/4-things-to-keep-in-mind-when-installing-your-u-bolt) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Jun 14, 2019 - **[u-bolt](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/u-bolt) We know, we know. It’s just a bolt. What could go wrong, right? The cold, hard reality is that an improperly installed U-bolt can be more than just a nuisance. It can cause injuries, destroy projects, and turn into costly unplanned shutdowns. 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